Bachelor of Education (Secondary) / Science
Inspire a new generation to discover science. This double degree lets you combine your passion for science with five-star teaching skills, qualifying you to teach students in Years 7-12. Specialise in two teaching areas such as biology, chemistry, mathematics, geography or psychology. Plan lessons, assess students, and manage a classroom. Teach a diverse range of students in varied educational settings.
In this program you will:
- Link theory and practice through 80 days of supervised experience in Queensland schools
- Engage with community projects through 30 hours experience with children, families and communities
- Experience different school settings and learners by taking a trip to rural and remote areas
Location
CRICOS code
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP Annual fee / Estimated total feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
First, second and third-year courses available at USC Moreton Bay.
- Start
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 32
- Total units
- 384
- Duration
- 4 years 4 years
- CRICOS code
- 082694G
- UniSC program code
- SE303
Required courses (14) 168 units
EDU114 Economics for Business
EDU119 Discovering Management
SCI110 Information Systems in Organisations
SCS203 Professional Experience: Orientation to the Profession
EDU300 English Language and Literacy
EDU328 Science Research Methods
EDU410 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
EDU411 Assessing Learning
EDU412 Professional Experience: Managing Learning Environments
EDU415 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in Learning and Teaching
EDU417 Professional Experience: The Professional Teacher
EDU419 Diversity and Inclusion
EDU420 Teacher as Researcher
EDU421 Literacy and Numeracy Across the Curriculum
Curriculum and Pedagogy courses (4) 48 units
Select 4 curriculum and pedagogy courses (48 units) associated with your teaching areas (major and minor courses) from:
EDU352 Professional Experience: Individual Learner Needs
EDU353 The Psychology of Learning
EDU354 Using Data for Learning
EDU355 Teaching Junior Secondary Science 1
EDU356 Teaching Senior Secondary Science 1
EDU357 Teaching Junior Secondary Science 2
EDU363 Teaching Senior Secondary Science 2
EDU364 Teaching Junior Secondary Geography
EDU375 Teaching Senior Secondary Geography
Major courses (8) 96 units #
Biological Sciences
Chemical Sciences
Mathematical Sciences
Extended Minor courses (6) 72 units*
Biological Sciences
Chemical Sciences
Geography
Mathematical Sciences
Psychological Sciences
* Note: Students must undertake a minor from a different discipline area to their major
# The following Major and Extended minor combinations will take longer than four years to complete and students will need an additional semester to finish.
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Psychological Sciences Extended Minor combined with any of the majors;
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Biological Sciences Extended Minor combined with any of the majors, for students commencing in Semester 2;
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Biological Sciences Major combined with the Chemical Sciences Extended Minor, for students commencing in Semester 2.
These combinations are NOT available for international students.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Prior to commencing, students will need to:
As part of your application, you are required to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate your motivation for, and understanding of, the program and profession. In the questionnaire, you will be asked to rank a series of statements in order of what you think is most to least important. You will also need to write a 600-1000 word personal statement on why you think you would make a great teacher, and why influencing the future appeals to you.
After you have submitted an application for this program, you will be contacted with further information about the written statement and how to complete your application.
More information is on the QTAC website.
Entry requirements
For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.
Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.
If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.
English language requirements
You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
| Location | ATAR/Rank |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | 68.00 |
| Moreton Bay | 68.00 |
Post admission requirements
Students complete 80 days of Supervised Professional Experience (SPE), completed as full-time blocks, and 15 days of Wider Field Experience. The majority of Supervised Professional Experience must be completed in Queensland schools. Students must obtain a Blue Card (or link your existing Blue Card to USC) prior to commencing supervised professional experience. Applications should be submitted at least 12 weeks prior to the SPE start date. View the Blue Card Fact Sheet for further information. Blue Cards are free-of-charge for Education students when applying through the School of Education at USC.
Students will also need to successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education students. Further information on the test, including sample test questions and registration information, please visit the Australian Council of Educational Research website.
Additional entry information
Applicants must demonstrate non-academic capabilities as per Personal Statement requirement. Applicants from a non-English speaking background must attain an IELTS score of at least 7.5 with a minimum of 8.0 in speaking and listening and 7.0 in all other subtests - refer to English language requirements.
- Prerequisites
English (Units 3 and 4, C); General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths (Units 3 and 4, C); non-academic entry requirements also apply
- Recommended prior study
- A science subject (preferably Chemistry)
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
- Complete no more than 15 introductory level (100 coded) courses (180 units), including the core course
- Complete a minimum of 80 days Supervised Professional Experience, completed as full-time blocks
- Complete 30 hours Wider Field Experience
- Successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education students. For more information on this Government initiative please visit the Students First website. Further information on the test, including sample test questions and registration information, please visit the Australian Council of Educational Research website
- You must select and register your compulsory major(s)/minor(s) as soon as possible
- AITSL require a minimum of four courses chosen for a minor teaching area, with no more than two
introductory courses.
In order to commence Supervised Professional Experience (SPE) placement you must:
- Obtain a Blue Card (or link your existing Blue Card to USC) prior to commencing supervised professional experience. Applications should be submitted at least 12 weeks prior to the SPE start date. View the Blue Card Fact Sheet for further information
- Complete PrePlace and a Student Placement Agreement (further information will be provided by the placement office upon enrolment)
- Be willing to travel to attend supervised professional experience placements
- Visit Education - Supervised Professional Experience (SPE) for more information on requirements for placement.
Program notes
- EDU415 MUST be studied in your final semester of study with your final Professional Experience
- The following combinations of teaching areas will take longer than four years to complete and students will need an additional semester to finish.
• Psychological Sciences Extended Minor combined with any of the majors;
• Biological Sciences Extended Minor combined with any of the majors, for students commencing in Semester 2;
• Biological Sciences Major combined with the Chemical Sciences Extended Minor, for students commencing in Semester 2.
These combinations are NOT available for international students - Cross-institutional study is not permitted for the education (EDU) coded courses and SCS203 Teaching Junior Secondary Mathematics in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) / Bachelor of Science
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- CSP estimate
- A$11,138
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$26,400
- Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$105,600